Structural Maintenance Work for the A5121 Derby Road, Burton Upon Trent
From May 2026, Staffordshire County Council will be carrying out significant works along the A5121 Derby Road, Burton Upon Trent as work commences on a £2,300,000 investment in the local area. Works will take place from number 202 Derby Road to the Derby Turns Island.
Works will include the replacing of ironwork where necessary, replacing damaged kerbs, drainage improvements and resurfacing the carriageway.
All civils and preparation works will be carried out under a one-way system, with traffic flowing from the Pirelli Island to the Derby Turns Island, heading towards Burton town centre.
Overnight road closure will be required during the surfacing phases of the works. More details regarding the timing of the overnight road closures and diversion route for the surfacing phases will be provided once our construction programme is finalised.
Throughout the scheme of works, on street parking restrictions will be in place.
When are the works taking place?
Works will commence on Monday 11 May and are due to be completed by Friday 7 August 2026
How long will the works take?
Approximately 13 weeks to complete the works.
Will I be able to access my home/business?
More information on how this will work, will be provided once our construction programme is finalised.
What effect could the works have on me?
We take care to make sure that work is completed with the minimum of disturbance to the local community, but as with any major works, some minor traffic delays may occur.
Although we will do our best to ensure that noise pollution is kept to a minimum, it is likely that construction noise will be heard during the working times. Please take care to plan your journeys and if necessary, move vehicles to an accessible location during work phases.
Residential letters will be delivered to affected businesses and properties with specific scheme details.
How you can help us
- Please keep children away from the works to ensure their safety.
- Please drive slowly and cautiously through the works.
- Check your shoes before entering your property or car to make sure there is no bitumen from the works.
